Game: Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs Sam Houston Bearkats

Date: Thursday, October 9, 2025

Location: Elliott T. Bowers Stadium in Huntsville, TX

TV: CBSSN

Odds/Point Spread: Bearkats (+8.5)

Total/Over-Under: 55.5

Elliott T. Bowers Stadium is the site where the Sam Houston Bearkats (0-5) will try to beat the Jacksonville State Gamecocks (2-3) on Thursday, October 9, 2025. Sam Houston opens as 8.5-point dogs. The betting total comes in at 55.5.

The Jacksonville State Gamecocks come into this matchup with a record of 2-3 for this season. In their last contest, the Gamecocks faced the Southern Miss Golden Eagles and went home with a loss by a final score of 42-25. For the game, they had 79 plays for 390 yds. The Jacksonville State Gamecocks ran the football 54 different times and recorded 262 yds, earning them an average of 4.9 yards per tote. In the running game, the Gamecocks conceded 225 yards on 50 tries, which is 4.5 yards per run allowed. Jacksonville State surrendered 13 pass completions on 22 attempts for a total of 152 yds, and a completion rate of 59.1%.

The Gamecocks have racked up 2,029 total yards for the season. When it comes to getting in the endzone, Jacksonville State has compiled 3 touchdowns through the air and 15 touchdowns on the ground. They have surrendered the ball 7 different times. Jacksonville State has accounted for 108 1st downs as an offense, and they have been called for 25 infractions for 237 yards. Offensively they average 261.4 yards in the run game ranking this team at 6th in the nation. Concerning scoring points, the Jacksonville State Gamecocks are sitting at 29.6 PPG.

The Gamecocks are ranked 94th in D-1 regarding the opposition scoring, giving up 26.8 points per game. They are allowing 4.2 yards per rushing attempt and 168.6 rushing yards per contest on the campaign. Over the course of this season, they have conceded 843 yards via the ground game in 5 games. Regarding yards through the air, the Gamecocks are giving up 1,133 yards which has them ranked 63rd in the nation. They are conceding 226.6 yards per outing through the air as well as giving up a completion percentage of 64.5%. Over the course of this year, they are surrendering 395.2 yards/game which ranks them 102nd in the nation. They have granted 7 touchdowns through the air and 7 touchdowns running the ball.

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The Bearkats step onto the field holding a record of 0-5 for this season. For their last game, the Bearkats took a loss by a final score of 37-10 when they played the New Mexico State Aggies. Sam Houston relinquished 31 rushing attempts for 95 yds (3.1 yds per rush). The Bearkats passing defense conceded a completion rate of 73.1%, surrendering 255 yards on 19 for 26 passing. The Bearkats finished the game with a total of 313 yards on 65 plays (4.8 yards per play). Sam Houston ran the ball for 2.7 yards per tote, finishing the game with 69 yds on 26 carries.

The Sam Houston Bearkats maintain an average of 275.6 yards/contest, which ranks them 131st in D-1. The Sam Houston offense has racked up 289 penalty yards on 32 infractions, which ranks them 72nd in the country in terms of helping out the other team. They hold an average of 98.6 yards per game via the ground game and have run for 493 yards overall. They have thrown 5 picks while allowing opponents to recover 2 fumbles and they have earned 78 1st downs. In relation to their scoring prowess, the Bearkats are ranking 132nd in D-1 by scoring 15.0 points per outing. For the season thus far, the Bearkats have racked up 885 passing yards together with an average of 177.0 passing yards per game, which has them ranked 111th in D-1.

Sam Houston has given up a total of 742 rushing yards (148.4 yards/game) in addition to 10 touchdowns on the ground for the year. They have given up 12 touchdowns via the pass as well as 308.4 yards/outing, which has them in 133rd in the nation. Overall, they have surrendered 208 points. Their defense has compiled 4 fumbles recovered and 2 picks over the course of the season. The Bearkats defense has taken the field for 345 plays, which is 77th in Division 1. The Bearkats are allowing 41.6 PPG, which has them sitting 135th in the country.

Who will win tonight's Gamecocks/Bearkats college football game against the spread?

Josh's Pick: Take the Bearkats +8.5

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Game: Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs Sam Houston Bearkats

Date: Thursday, October 9, 2025

Location: Elliott T. Bowers Stadium in Huntsville, TX

TV: CBSSN

Odds/Point Spread: Bearkats (+8.5)

Total/Over-Under: 55.5

Elliott T. Bowers Stadium is the site where the Sam Houston Bearkats (0-5) will try to beat the Jacksonville State Gamecocks (2-3) on Thursday, October 9, 2025. Sam Houston opens as 8.5-point dogs. The betting total comes in at 55.5.

The Jacksonville State Gamecocks come into this matchup with a record of 2-3 for this season. In their last contest, the Gamecocks faced the Southern Miss Golden Eagles and went home with a loss by a final score of 42-25. For the game, they had 79 plays for 390 yds. The Jacksonville State Gamecocks ran the football 54 different times and recorded 262 yds, earning them an average of 4.9 yards per tote. In the running game, the Gamecocks conceded 225 yards on 50 tries, which is 4.5 yards per run allowed. Jacksonville State surrendered 13 pass completions on 22 attempts for a total of 152 yds, and a completion rate of 59.1%.

The Gamecocks have racked up 2,029 total yards for the season. When it comes to getting in the endzone, Jacksonville State has compiled 3 touchdowns through the air and 15 touchdowns on the ground. They have surrendered the ball 7 different times. Jacksonville State has accounted for 108 1st downs as an offense, and they have been called for 25 infractions for 237 yards. Offensively they average 261.4 yards in the run game ranking this team at 6th in the nation. Concerning scoring points, the Jacksonville State Gamecocks are sitting at 29.6 PPG.

The Gamecocks are ranked 94th in D-1 regarding the opposition scoring, giving up 26.8 points per game. They are allowing 4.2 yards per rushing attempt and 168.6 rushing yards per contest on the campaign. Over the course of this season, they have conceded 843 yards via the ground game in 5 games. Regarding yards through the air, the Gamecocks are giving up 1,133 yards which has them ranked 63rd in the nation. They are conceding 226.6 yards per outing through the air as well as giving up a completion percentage of 64.5%. Over the course of this year, they are surrendering 395.2 yards/game which ranks them 102nd in the nation. They have granted 7 touchdowns through the air and 7 touchdowns running the ball.

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The Bearkats step onto the field holding a record of 0-5 for this season. For their last game, the Bearkats took a loss by a final score of 37-10 when they played the New Mexico State Aggies. Sam Houston relinquished 31 rushing attempts for 95 yds (3.1 yds per rush). The Bearkats passing defense conceded a completion rate of 73.1%, surrendering 255 yards on 19 for 26 passing. The Bearkats finished the game with a total of 313 yards on 65 plays (4.8 yards per play). Sam Houston ran the ball for 2.7 yards per tote, finishing the game with 69 yds on 26 carries.

The Sam Houston Bearkats maintain an average of 275.6 yards/contest, which ranks them 131st in D-1. The Sam Houston offense has racked up 289 penalty yards on 32 infractions, which ranks them 72nd in the country in terms of helping out the other team. They hold an average of 98.6 yards per game via the ground game and have run for 493 yards overall. They have thrown 5 picks while allowing opponents to recover 2 fumbles and they have earned 78 1st downs. In relation to their scoring prowess, the Bearkats are ranking 132nd in D-1 by scoring 15.0 points per outing. For the season thus far, the Bearkats have racked up 885 passing yards together with an average of 177.0 passing yards per game, which has them ranked 111th in D-1.

Sam Houston has given up a total of 742 rushing yards (148.4 yards/game) in addition to 10 touchdowns on the ground for the year. They have given up 12 touchdowns via the pass as well as 308.4 yards/outing, which has them in 133rd in the nation. Overall, they have surrendered 208 points. Their defense has compiled 4 fumbles recovered and 2 picks over the course of the season. The Bearkats defense has taken the field for 345 plays, which is 77th in Division 1. The Bearkats are allowing 41.6 PPG, which has them sitting 135th in the country.

Who will win tonight's Gamecocks/Bearkats college football game against the spread?

Josh's Pick: Take the Bearkats +8.5

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Game: Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs Sam Houston Bearkats

Date: Thursday, October 9, 2025

Location: Elliott T. Bowers Stadium in Huntsville, TX

TV: CBSSN

Odds/Point Spread: Bearkats (+8.5)

Total/Over-Under: 55.5

Elliott T. Bowers Stadium is the site where the Sam Houston Bearkats (0-5) will try to beat the Jacksonville State Gamecocks (2-3) on Thursday, October 9, 2025. Sam Houston opens as 8.5-point dogs. The betting total comes in at 55.5.

The Jacksonville State Gamecocks come into this matchup with a record of 2-3 for this season. In their last contest, the Gamecocks faced the Southern Miss Golden Eagles and went home with a loss by a final score of 42-25. For the game, they had 79 plays for 390 yds. The Jacksonville State Gamecocks ran the football 54 different times and recorded 262 yds, earning them an average of 4.9 yards per tote. In the running game, the Gamecocks conceded 225 yards on 50 tries, which is 4.5 yards per run allowed. Jacksonville State surrendered 13 pass completions on 22 attempts for a total of 152 yds, and a completion rate of 59.1%.

The Gamecocks have racked up 2,029 total yards for the season. When it comes to getting in the endzone, Jacksonville State has compiled 3 touchdowns through the air and 15 touchdowns on the ground. They have surrendered the ball 7 different times. Jacksonville State has accounted for 108 1st downs as an offense, and they have been called for 25 infractions for 237 yards. Offensively they average 261.4 yards in the run game ranking this team at 6th in the nation. Concerning scoring points, the Jacksonville State Gamecocks are sitting at 29.6 PPG.

The Gamecocks are ranked 94th in D-1 regarding the opposition scoring, giving up 26.8 points per game. They are allowing 4.2 yards per rushing attempt and 168.6 rushing yards per contest on the campaign. Over the course of this season, they have conceded 843 yards via the ground game in 5 games. Regarding yards through the air, the Gamecocks are giving up 1,133 yards which has them ranked 63rd in the nation. They are conceding 226.6 yards per outing through the air as well as giving up a completion percentage of 64.5%. Over the course of this year, they are surrendering 395.2 yards/game which ranks them 102nd in the nation. They have granted 7 touchdowns through the air and 7 touchdowns running the ball.

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The Bearkats step onto the field holding a record of 0-5 for this season. For their last game, the Bearkats took a loss by a final score of 37-10 when they played the New Mexico State Aggies. Sam Houston relinquished 31 rushing attempts for 95 yds (3.1 yds per rush). The Bearkats passing defense conceded a completion rate of 73.1%, surrendering 255 yards on 19 for 26 passing. The Bearkats finished the game with a total of 313 yards on 65 plays (4.8 yards per play). Sam Houston ran the ball for 2.7 yards per tote, finishing the game with 69 yds on 26 carries.

The Sam Houston Bearkats maintain an average of 275.6 yards/contest, which ranks them 131st in D-1. The Sam Houston offense has racked up 289 penalty yards on 32 infractions, which ranks them 72nd in the country in terms of helping out the other team. They hold an average of 98.6 yards per game via the ground game and have run for 493 yards overall. They have thrown 5 picks while allowing opponents to recover 2 fumbles and they have earned 78 1st downs. In relation to their scoring prowess, the Bearkats are ranking 132nd in D-1 by scoring 15.0 points per outing. For the season thus far, the Bearkats have racked up 885 passing yards together with an average of 177.0 passing yards per game, which has them ranked 111th in D-1.

Sam Houston has given up a total of 742 rushing yards (148.4 yards/game) in addition to 10 touchdowns on the ground for the year. They have given up 12 touchdowns via the pass as well as 308.4 yards/outing, which has them in 133rd in the nation. Overall, they have surrendered 208 points. Their defense has compiled 4 fumbles recovered and 2 picks over the course of the season. The Bearkats defense has taken the field for 345 plays, which is 77th in Division 1. The Bearkats are allowing 41.6 PPG, which has them sitting 135th in the country.

Who will win tonight's Gamecocks/Bearkats college football game against the spread?

Josh's Pick: Take the Bearkats +8.5

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Game: Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs Sam Houston Bearkats

Date: Thursday, October 9, 2025

Location: Elliott T. Bowers Stadium in Huntsville, TX

TV: CBSSN

Odds/Point Spread: Bearkats (+8.5)

Total/Over-Under: 55.5

Elliott T. Bowers Stadium is the site where the Sam Houston Bearkats (0-5) will try to beat the Jacksonville State Gamecocks (2-3) on Thursday, October 9, 2025. Sam Houston opens as 8.5-point dogs. The betting total comes in at 55.5.

The Jacksonville State Gamecocks come into this matchup with a record of 2-3 for this season. In their last contest, the Gamecocks faced the Southern Miss Golden Eagles and went home with a loss by a final score of 42-25. For the game, they had 79 plays for 390 yds. The Jacksonville State Gamecocks ran the football 54 different times and recorded 262 yds, earning them an average of 4.9 yards per tote. In the running game, the Gamecocks conceded 225 yards on 50 tries, which is 4.5 yards per run allowed. Jacksonville State surrendered 13 pass completions on 22 attempts for a total of 152 yds, and a completion rate of 59.1%.

The Gamecocks have racked up 2,029 total yards for the season. When it comes to getting in the endzone, Jacksonville State has compiled 3 touchdowns through the air and 15 touchdowns on the ground. They have surrendered the ball 7 different times. Jacksonville State has accounted for 108 1st downs as an offense, and they have been called for 25 infractions for 237 yards. Offensively they average 261.4 yards in the run game ranking this team at 6th in the nation. Concerning scoring points, the Jacksonville State Gamecocks are sitting at 29.6 PPG.

The Gamecocks are ranked 94th in D-1 regarding the opposition scoring, giving up 26.8 points per game. They are allowing 4.2 yards per rushing attempt and 168.6 rushing yards per contest on the campaign. Over the course of this season, they have conceded 843 yards via the ground game in 5 games. Regarding yards through the air, the Gamecocks are giving up 1,133 yards which has them ranked 63rd in the nation. They are conceding 226.6 yards per outing through the air as well as giving up a completion percentage of 64.5%. Over the course of this year, they are surrendering 395.2 yards/game which ranks them 102nd in the nation. They have granted 7 touchdowns through the air and 7 touchdowns running the ball.

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The Bearkats step onto the field holding a record of 0-5 for this season. For their last game, the Bearkats took a loss by a final score of 37-10 when they played the New Mexico State Aggies. Sam Houston relinquished 31 rushing attempts for 95 yds (3.1 yds per rush). The Bearkats passing defense conceded a completion rate of 73.1%, surrendering 255 yards on 19 for 26 passing. The Bearkats finished the game with a total of 313 yards on 65 plays (4.8 yards per play). Sam Houston ran the ball for 2.7 yards per tote, finishing the game with 69 yds on 26 carries.

The Sam Houston Bearkats maintain an average of 275.6 yards/contest, which ranks them 131st in D-1. The Sam Houston offense has racked up 289 penalty yards on 32 infractions, which ranks them 72nd in the country in terms of helping out the other team. They hold an average of 98.6 yards per game via the ground game and have run for 493 yards overall. They have thrown 5 picks while allowing opponents to recover 2 fumbles and they have earned 78 1st downs. In relation to their scoring prowess, the Bearkats are ranking 132nd in D-1 by scoring 15.0 points per outing. For the season thus far, the Bearkats have racked up 885 passing yards together with an average of 177.0 passing yards per game, which has them ranked 111th in D-1.

Sam Houston has given up a total of 742 rushing yards (148.4 yards/game) in addition to 10 touchdowns on the ground for the year. They have given up 12 touchdowns via the pass as well as 308.4 yards/outing, which has them in 133rd in the nation. Overall, they have surrendered 208 points. Their defense has compiled 4 fumbles recovered and 2 picks over the course of the season. The Bearkats defense has taken the field for 345 plays, which is 77th in Division 1. The Bearkats are allowing 41.6 PPG, which has them sitting 135th in the country.

Who will win tonight's Gamecocks/Bearkats college football game against the spread?

Josh's Pick: Take the Bearkats +8.5

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Game: Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs Sam Houston Bearkats

Date: Thursday, October 9, 2025

Location: Elliott T. Bowers Stadium in Huntsville, TX

TV: CBSSN

Odds/Point Spread: Bearkats (+8.5)

Total/Over-Under: 55.5

Elliott T. Bowers Stadium is the site where the Sam Houston Bearkats (0-5) will try to beat the Jacksonville State Gamecocks (2-3) on Thursday, October 9, 2025. Sam Houston opens as 8.5-point dogs. The betting total comes in at 55.5.

The Jacksonville State Gamecocks come into this matchup with a record of 2-3 for this season. In their last contest, the Gamecocks faced the Southern Miss Golden Eagles and went home with a loss by a final score of 42-25. For the game, they had 79 plays for 390 yds. The Jacksonville State Gamecocks ran the football 54 different times and recorded 262 yds, earning them an average of 4.9 yards per tote. In the running game, the Gamecocks conceded 225 yards on 50 tries, which is 4.5 yards per run allowed. Jacksonville State surrendered 13 pass completions on 22 attempts for a total of 152 yds, and a completion rate of 59.1%.

The Gamecocks have racked up 2,029 total yards for the season. When it comes to getting in the endzone, Jacksonville State has compiled 3 touchdowns through the air and 15 touchdowns on the ground. They have surrendered the ball 7 different times. Jacksonville State has accounted for 108 1st downs as an offense, and they have been called for 25 infractions for 237 yards. Offensively they average 261.4 yards in the run game ranking this team at 6th in the nation. Concerning scoring points, the Jacksonville State Gamecocks are sitting at 29.6 PPG.

The Gamecocks are ranked 94th in D-1 regarding the opposition scoring, giving up 26.8 points per game. They are allowing 4.2 yards per rushing attempt and 168.6 rushing yards per contest on the campaign. Over the course of this season, they have conceded 843 yards via the ground game in 5 games. Regarding yards through the air, the Gamecocks are giving up 1,133 yards which has them ranked 63rd in the nation. They are conceding 226.6 yards per outing through the air as well as giving up a completion percentage of 64.5%. Over the course of this year, they are surrendering 395.2 yards/game which ranks them 102nd in the nation. They have granted 7 touchdowns through the air and 7 touchdowns running the ball.

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The Bearkats step onto the field holding a record of 0-5 for this season. For their last game, the Bearkats took a loss by a final score of 37-10 when they played the New Mexico State Aggies. Sam Houston relinquished 31 rushing attempts for 95 yds (3.1 yds per rush). The Bearkats passing defense conceded a completion rate of 73.1%, surrendering 255 yards on 19 for 26 passing. The Bearkats finished the game with a total of 313 yards on 65 plays (4.8 yards per play). Sam Houston ran the ball for 2.7 yards per tote, finishing the game with 69 yds on 26 carries.

The Sam Houston Bearkats maintain an average of 275.6 yards/contest, which ranks them 131st in D-1. The Sam Houston offense has racked up 289 penalty yards on 32 infractions, which ranks them 72nd in the country in terms of helping out the other team. They hold an average of 98.6 yards per game via the ground game and have run for 493 yards overall. They have thrown 5 picks while allowing opponents to recover 2 fumbles and they have earned 78 1st downs. In relation to their scoring prowess, the Bearkats are ranking 132nd in D-1 by scoring 15.0 points per outing. For the season thus far, the Bearkats have racked up 885 passing yards together with an average of 177.0 passing yards per game, which has them ranked 111th in D-1.

Sam Houston has given up a total of 742 rushing yards (148.4 yards/game) in addition to 10 touchdowns on the ground for the year. They have given up 12 touchdowns via the pass as well as 308.4 yards/outing, which has them in 133rd in the nation. Overall, they have surrendered 208 points. Their defense has compiled 4 fumbles recovered and 2 picks over the course of the season. The Bearkats defense has taken the field for 345 plays, which is 77th in Division 1. The Bearkats are allowing 41.6 PPG, which has them sitting 135th in the country.

Who will win tonight's Gamecocks/Bearkats college football game against the spread?

Josh's Pick: Take the Bearkats +8.5

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Game: Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs Sam Houston Bearkats

Date: Thursday, October 9, 2025

Location: Elliott T. Bowers Stadium in Huntsville, TX

TV: CBSSN

Odds/Point Spread: Bearkats (+8.5)

Total/Over-Under: 55.5

Elliott T. Bowers Stadium is the site where the Sam Houston Bearkats (0-5) will try to beat the Jacksonville State Gamecocks (2-3) on Thursday, October 9, 2025. Sam Houston opens as 8.5-point dogs. The betting total comes in at 55.5.

The Jacksonville State Gamecocks come into this matchup with a record of 2-3 for this season. In their last contest, the Gamecocks faced the Southern Miss Golden Eagles and went home with a loss by a final score of 42-25. For the game, they had 79 plays for 390 yds. The Jacksonville State Gamecocks ran the football 54 different times and recorded 262 yds, earning them an average of 4.9 yards per tote. In the running game, the Gamecocks conceded 225 yards on 50 tries, which is 4.5 yards per run allowed. Jacksonville State surrendered 13 pass completions on 22 attempts for a total of 152 yds, and a completion rate of 59.1%.

The Gamecocks have racked up 2,029 total yards for the season. When it comes to getting in the endzone, Jacksonville State has compiled 3 touchdowns through the air and 15 touchdowns on the ground. They have surrendered the ball 7 different times. Jacksonville State has accounted for 108 1st downs as an offense, and they have been called for 25 infractions for 237 yards. Offensively they average 261.4 yards in the run game ranking this team at 6th in the nation. Concerning scoring points, the Jacksonville State Gamecocks are sitting at 29.6 PPG.

The Gamecocks are ranked 94th in D-1 regarding the opposition scoring, giving up 26.8 points per game. They are allowing 4.2 yards per rushing attempt and 168.6 rushing yards per contest on the campaign. Over the course of this season, they have conceded 843 yards via the ground game in 5 games. Regarding yards through the air, the Gamecocks are giving up 1,133 yards which has them ranked 63rd in the nation. They are conceding 226.6 yards per outing through the air as well as giving up a completion percentage of 64.5%. Over the course of this year, they are surrendering 395.2 yards/game which ranks them 102nd in the nation. They have granted 7 touchdowns through the air and 7 touchdowns running the ball.

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The Bearkats step onto the field holding a record of 0-5 for this season. For their last game, the Bearkats took a loss by a final score of 37-10 when they played the New Mexico State Aggies. Sam Houston relinquished 31 rushing attempts for 95 yds (3.1 yds per rush). The Bearkats passing defense conceded a completion rate of 73.1%, surrendering 255 yards on 19 for 26 passing. The Bearkats finished the game with a total of 313 yards on 65 plays (4.8 yards per play). Sam Houston ran the ball for 2.7 yards per tote, finishing the game with 69 yds on 26 carries.

The Sam Houston Bearkats maintain an average of 275.6 yards/contest, which ranks them 131st in D-1. The Sam Houston offense has racked up 289 penalty yards on 32 infractions, which ranks them 72nd in the country in terms of helping out the other team. They hold an average of 98.6 yards per game via the ground game and have run for 493 yards overall. They have thrown 5 picks while allowing opponents to recover 2 fumbles and they have earned 78 1st downs. In relation to their scoring prowess, the Bearkats are ranking 132nd in D-1 by scoring 15.0 points per outing. For the season thus far, the Bearkats have racked up 885 passing yards together with an average of 177.0 passing yards per game, which has them ranked 111th in D-1.

Sam Houston has given up a total of 742 rushing yards (148.4 yards/game) in addition to 10 touchdowns on the ground for the year. They have given up 12 touchdowns via the pass as well as 308.4 yards/outing, which has them in 133rd in the nation. Overall, they have surrendered 208 points. Their defense has compiled 4 fumbles recovered and 2 picks over the course of the season. The Bearkats defense has taken the field for 345 plays, which is 77th in Division 1. The Bearkats are allowing 41.6 PPG, which has them sitting 135th in the country.

Who will win tonight's Gamecocks/Bearkats college football game against the spread?

Josh's Pick: Take the Bearkats +8.5

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Game: Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs Sam Houston Bearkats

Date: Thursday, October 9, 2025

Location: Elliott T. Bowers Stadium in Huntsville, TX

TV: CBSSN

Odds/Point Spread: Bearkats (+8.5)

Total/Over-Under: 55.5

Elliott T. Bowers Stadium is the site where the Sam Houston Bearkats (0-5) will try to beat the Jacksonville State Gamecocks (2-3) on Thursday, October 9, 2025. Sam Houston opens as 8.5-point dogs. The betting total comes in at 55.5.

The Jacksonville State Gamecocks come into this matchup with a record of 2-3 for this season. In their last contest, the Gamecocks faced the Southern Miss Golden Eagles and went home with a loss by a final score of 42-25. For the game, they had 79 plays for 390 yds. The Jacksonville State Gamecocks ran the football 54 different times and recorded 262 yds, earning them an average of 4.9 yards per tote. In the running game, the Gamecocks conceded 225 yards on 50 tries, which is 4.5 yards per run allowed. Jacksonville State surrendered 13 pass completions on 22 attempts for a total of 152 yds, and a completion rate of 59.1%.

The Gamecocks have racked up 2,029 total yards for the season. When it comes to getting in the endzone, Jacksonville State has compiled 3 touchdowns through the air and 15 touchdowns on the ground. They have surrendered the ball 7 different times. Jacksonville State has accounted for 108 1st downs as an offense, and they have been called for 25 infractions for 237 yards. Offensively they average 261.4 yards in the run game ranking this team at 6th in the nation. Concerning scoring points, the Jacksonville State Gamecocks are sitting at 29.6 PPG.

The Gamecocks are ranked 94th in D-1 regarding the opposition scoring, giving up 26.8 points per game. They are allowing 4.2 yards per rushing attempt and 168.6 rushing yards per contest on the campaign. Over the course of this season, they have conceded 843 yards via the ground game in 5 games. Regarding yards through the air, the Gamecocks are giving up 1,133 yards which has them ranked 63rd in the nation. They are conceding 226.6 yards per outing through the air as well as giving up a completion percentage of 64.5%. Over the course of this year, they are surrendering 395.2 yards/game which ranks them 102nd in the nation. They have granted 7 touchdowns through the air and 7 touchdowns running the ball.

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The Bearkats step onto the field holding a record of 0-5 for this season. For their last game, the Bearkats took a loss by a final score of 37-10 when they played the New Mexico State Aggies. Sam Houston relinquished 31 rushing attempts for 95 yds (3.1 yds per rush). The Bearkats passing defense conceded a completion rate of 73.1%, surrendering 255 yards on 19 for 26 passing. The Bearkats finished the game with a total of 313 yards on 65 plays (4.8 yards per play). Sam Houston ran the ball for 2.7 yards per tote, finishing the game with 69 yds on 26 carries.

The Sam Houston Bearkats maintain an average of 275.6 yards/contest, which ranks them 131st in D-1. The Sam Houston offense has racked up 289 penalty yards on 32 infractions, which ranks them 72nd in the country in terms of helping out the other team. They hold an average of 98.6 yards per game via the ground game and have run for 493 yards overall. They have thrown 5 picks while allowing opponents to recover 2 fumbles and they have earned 78 1st downs. In relation to their scoring prowess, the Bearkats are ranking 132nd in D-1 by scoring 15.0 points per outing. For the season thus far, the Bearkats have racked up 885 passing yards together with an average of 177.0 passing yards per game, which has them ranked 111th in D-1.

Sam Houston has given up a total of 742 rushing yards (148.4 yards/game) in addition to 10 touchdowns on the ground for the year. They have given up 12 touchdowns via the pass as well as 308.4 yards/outing, which has them in 133rd in the nation. Overall, they have surrendered 208 points. Their defense has compiled 4 fumbles recovered and 2 picks over the course of the season. The Bearkats defense has taken the field for 345 plays, which is 77th in Division 1. The Bearkats are allowing 41.6 PPG, which has them sitting 135th in the country.

Who will win tonight's Gamecocks/Bearkats college football game against the spread?

Josh's Pick: Take the Bearkats +8.5

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